The Hellichova tram stop in Prague 1 will soon be renamed in honour of the nearby cultural and historical sites. Starting June 28, a Prague tram stop will bear two different names depending on the direction of travel: “Pražské Jezulátko” for trams heading toward the city center, and “Tyršův dům” for those moving away from it. The change was spearheaded by Jan Wolf (KDU-ČSL), chairman of the cultural committee of the Prague City Council, after a proposal from parishioners at the Church of Our Lady Victorious. Submitted about a year ago, the plan received unanimous approval from the city’s Topographical Commission before being cleared by the Railway Authority. The initiative aims to highlight the nearby Church of Our Lady Victorious, home to the famed statue of the Infant Jesus of Prague, a major pilgrimage site. Wolf noted that the renaming, particularly for trams heading toward the center, will better guide the thousands of tourists who visit the church each year. Filip Drápal, spokesperson for ROPID, the organization overseeing Prague’s public transport, added that timetable changes typically take place at the start of summer holidays, aligning with the renaming. The Infant Jesus statue, widely venerated by pilgrims, is believed to date...
To bring order to the growing presence of dispensing boxes across the city, the Prague City Council has approved a new framework outlining how and where these boxes can be installed on public land. The initiative reflects a growing need to balance the convenience of self-service parcel pickup with the preservation of Prague’s public spaces. The regulations aim to eliminate clutter and prevent interference with pedestrian movement, traffic, and the city’s architectural landscape. “Dispensing boxes are a useful service for residents and reduce traffic congestion, but their placement must be respectful of public space,” said Petr Hlaváček, Deputy Mayor for Spatial Development. “I see this agreement with operators as a meaningful step forward.” The new framework prioritizes integration of parcel boxes into building façades, supermarket entrances, or transportation hubs. These locations are seen as the least intrusive and most accessible. If those options are unavailable, alternative placements will be considered—but only if they don’t block pedestrian access, obstruct architectural features, or contribute to visual pollution. “Without rules, parcel boxes can cause damage, create noise, and harm the city’s visual character,” said Zdeněk Hřib, Deputy Minister for Transport. “The new standards protect both utility and the urban environment.” Currently, most dispensing...
Thousands of professionals will swap office desks for running shoes this week as the UniCredit Prague Relay returns to Stromovka Park. Held over two days—Tuesday, June 24 and Wednesday, June 25—the event features 8,000 registered runners from across the banking, diplomatic, medical, aviation, and automotive sectors. Organized by RunCzech, the relay aims to bring corporate teams together in a more active setting. “We’re getting managers moving again, racing against others from their industries,” said RunCzech chairman Carlo Capalbo. Each team member runs a 5 km loop through Stromovka, passing landmarks like the Governor’s Summer Palace and the Prague Planetarium. The route stays entirely within the park, so public transport and city traffic remain unaffected. With warm weather expected, organizers are adding misting zones and refreshment stations along the course. Tuesday’s relays include a Diplomatic Cup and Bank Cup, with teams from embassies, ministries, and Czech banks. On Wednesday, professionals in medicine, aviation, commerce, and the automotive industry will take their turn at the starting line. Runners can unwind after the race with picnic boxes and DJ sets, with team tents available along the track for post-race hangouts. “It’s a way to get people moving before summer—and make some memories along...
Dave Chappelle, a comedian known for his uncompromising humor and original view of society, will perform for the first time at Prague’s Hybernia Theater on July 20. Chappelle is recognized as one of the greatest comedians of all time. He is the 2019 recipient of the Kennedy Center’s Mark Twain Prize for American Humor and the 2025 NAACP President’s Award. Chappelle’s work in television and film includes his groundbreaking sketch comedy series “Chappelle’s Show,” which became the best-selling TV show in DVD history, multiple Netflix comedy specials, and memorable guest appearances on “Saturday Night Live.” He has earned five Emmy Awards, including three for his Netflix specials and two for hosting “Saturday Night Live” (2017, 2021), where his most recent 17-minute monologue stands as the longest in the show’s 50-year history. Chappelle has won six Grammy Awards for Best Comedy Album, including his most recent for “The Dreamer” (2025). Important info: Please print your tickets, which must be presented in paper form for inspection upon entering the Hybernia Theater and your seating sections. To purchase refreshments at the theater, please use a physical payment card or cash. This performance is PHONE-FREE. No devices for recording photos, videos, or audio are...
The Prague City Council has voted against a proposal to ban shared electric scooters from parts of the capital, despite ongoing complaints over traffic safety, cluttered sidewalks, and poor regulation. The motion, introduced by Deputy Mayor Zdeněk Hřib (Pirates), aimed to limit the use of shared e-scooters by enforcing stricter placement rules. According to the proposal, only scooters stored in designated public zones would be allowed, and any devices found outside these areas would be removed by the city’s Technical Road Administration (TSK). However, only Pirate Party councilors backed the plan during Monday’s vote, leading to its rejection. The proposed system was designed to bring e-scooters and shared bicycles under the same regulatory umbrella. Operators would have been required to pay a monthly parking fee of CZK 25 per vehicle and ensure devices were parked only in marked spaces. If not, TSK would have been authorized to impose fines starting at CZK 100, rising to CZK 1,000 if issues weren’t resolved promptly. Scooters could then be confiscated and released only after payment. Reserved spots would have also been accessible to private bicycle users. The rejected policy outlined a number of public safety and order concerns linked to e-scooter use in...
Czechia has submitted a bid to host one of Europe’s first AI Gigafactories—a massive data center dedicated to the development of artificial intelligence—on the outskirts of Prague. The facility, with an estimated cost of 90 billion CZK (approximately €3.5 billion), would be built in the municipality of Jíloviště, just beyond Prague’s southern border. The application, submitted by the Ministry of Industry and Trade to the European Commission on Friday, June 20th, is part of a larger EU initiative to build five AI-focused gigafactories across Europe. The EU has earmarked nearly €20 billion (close to 500 billion CZK) for the initiative under its strategic investment program for digital infrastructure. The Czech bid proposes using land owned by České Radiokomunikace (CRA), a major telecom and infrastructure provider, which had previously planned to build a smaller data center on the same site. CRA will now serve as a co-investor in the project and is expected to take over operation of the future facility if the plan is approved. “We’ve already prepared a project called Prague Gateway DC, one of the most modern and largest data centers in the region,” said Anna Tůmová, CRA spokesperson. “That’s why CRA is logically involved in this AI...
Summer in Prague can be tough—hot days, little breeze, and crowded streets. While the city offers plenty of outdoor swimming pools, not everyone enjoys the chlorinated water or concrete surroundings. Many locals and visitors prefer to cool off in natural settings, away from the noise. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the best natural beaches and swimming spots in Prague—ideal for anyone looking to escape the heat without leaving the city. Zlute Lazne A large beach near the city center with a lot of entertainment included. Located on the Vltava River’s right bank, it offers several restaurants, children-friendly spaces, a dance floor, and boat rental. For those who prefer active sports, tennis, ping pong, and volleyball can be found there. Parking and bathrooms are also on the spot. Address: Podolské nábřeží 3/1184, Praha 4-Podoli Working hours: daily from 09:00 till 22:00; Cost: 100 CZK for adults/day Website Koupaliště Lhotka In July 2018, after seven years of being inactive, the reservoir “Lhotka” in Prague reopened. It underwent extensive reconstruction and now serves as a biotope. The water in the basin remains clean thanks to natural biological processes, without the use of chlorine and other chemicals. The facility has...
The much-anticipated arrival of Five Guys, the American fast food chain known for its made-to-order burgers and generous toppings, has been delayed yet again. The first Czech location was originally slated to open more than a year ago inside the Máj department store on Národní třída. Initial plans suggested a launch in summer 2023, then autumn, and later spring 2024. But the doors have remained closed. The latest estimate now points to autumn 2025, with September floated as the possible opening month. For months, a bold red banner announcing “Five Guys Coming Soon” has hung in the department store’s window, teasing passersby on one of Prague’s busiest streets. Still, there has been no official confirmation from the chain itself. “According to our information, Five Guys is planning to open in September,” said Jan Kotrbáček, head of the retail leasing team for Central and Eastern Europe at Cushman & Wakefield, in an interview with iDNES.cz. But until the chain formally announces the date, the speculation continues. In Czechia, the Five Guys franchise is operated by Monterock International, the same company behind several Five Guys branches in Vienna. The brand’s core philosophy is simple: no frozen ingredients, no preservatives, and everything is...
South Bohemia has officially overtaken Prague as the best place to live in the Czech Republic, according to the latest Place for Living (Místo pro život) survey published by the Datank agency. Once the top-ranked region, Prague has slipped to seventh place, with analysts pointing to crime, traffic, and social infrastructure as major concerns dragging the capital down. This year marks the 15th edition of the nationwide study, which combines extensive data analysis with a public satisfaction survey. The findings show that Prague now leads in several negative indicators, including the highest number of crimes per 1,000 inhabitants, the lowest crime clearance rate, and the highest rate of road accidents per 1,000 kilometers. In contrast, the South Bohemian Region climbed to the top, praised for its well-balanced mix of safety, public services, and livability. According to researchers, it stood out particularly in the low number of traffic accidents, high number of grammar schools, completed apartments, and beds in social care facilities. Other Regions on the Rise The Hradec Králové Region took second place this year, moving up from third. It was recognized for having the highest number of pharmacies, a low student-teacher ratio, above-average hospital capacity, and minimal waste generation....
Prague City councillors have approved major zoning changes for the Florenc and Masarykovo nádraží areas, paving the way for new housing, a kindergarten, improved public infrastructure. The decision allows the long-neglected area near the Florenc bus terminal to transform into a modern city district. Plans include city-owned apartments, a four-class kindergarten, and enhanced public spaces, all designed with environmental sustainability in mind. This strategic zone spans the borders of Prague 1, Prague 8, and Prague 3, improving the connection between the city center and the rapidly growing district of Karlín. “The planning agreement we negotiated includes advanced blue-green infrastructure,” said Petr Hlaváček, Deputy Mayor for Territorial and Strategic Development. “A full climate simulation confirmed that measures like green roofs will help mitigate the heat island effect. Newly planted trees will also meet Prague’s urban forestry standards, ensuring strong root systems and sustainable irrigation.” The project will not only reshape the physical environment but also deliver tangible benefits to local communities. According to city officials, the CZK 300 million in public contributions will be split between Prague 1 and Prague 8, the districts where construction will take place. In addition to five city-owned apartments, the districts will gain high-quality public spaces,...
French fashion powerhouse Chanel has expanded its presence in Czechia with the opening of a new boutique on Na Příkopě. But unlike its first location in the city, this new store focuses exclusively on fragrances, skincare, and makeup. Housed in the recently renovated Baroque Savarin Palace, the boutique opened its doors on June 17, offering not only Chanel’s full cosmetics range but also limited editions, sunglasses, small leather goods, and Les Rendez-vous Chanel—an in-store experience where clients can receive personalized makeup, hair, or fragrance consultations. In an interview with Business of Fashion, Chanel CFO Philippe Blondiaux confirmed that standalone beauty stores are expected to become the brand’s main sales channel within a few years. This approach allows Chanel to bypass wholesale partners and offer a more controlled, curated customer experience—one that doesn’t involve discounts or seasonal sales, unlike traditional perfumeries. The boutique is opening just steps away from two of its major retail distributors: Sephora and Douglas, both of which carry Chanel products. Sephora’s flagship store on Na Příkopě opened exactly one year ago, further intensifying competition in the area. The Savarin Palace, which reopened this February after years of restoration by real estate developer Crestyl, carries deep historical ties....
Prague Public Transit Company (DPP) has released a detailed schedule of metro closures starting this July, with several key sections of Lines A and C affected through November 2025. The closures are due to track replacements, system upgrades, and the continued reconstruction of the Florenc station ceiling, a long-standing infrastructure issue. The most extensive disruption will occur on August 9–10, when 75% of Line C will be closed. The longest closure will affect the Háje–Muzeum stretch, lasting seven days in early August. Here is the official timeline of closures published by Dopravní podnik Praha (DPP): July 3–6: I. P. Pavlova – Nádraží Holešovice August 2–8: Háje (via Chodov) – Muzeum August 9–10: Háje (via Chodov) – Nádraží Holešovice September 27–28: Želivského – Dejvická November 15–17: Pražského povstání – Florenc November 22–23: Pražského povstání – Nádraží Holešovice The Prague Public Transit Company warns that all dates are subject to change due to technical or weather-related factors. Each shutdown will be announced in advance, with guidance on alternative routes. Commuters should plan ahead and consider alternate travel options such as buses or trams, especially during August and November, when disruptions are most intense. Would you like us to write about your business? Find...
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